The plan is to send Bobe Leah the picture below as well as y'alls comments and reflections and thanks to her, in appreciation for her sharing her story and message with the UT Austin community.
Please comment below and thank you!
For more info on Mrs. Leah Johnson see: www.JewishLonghorns.com/DEFIANCE
Lindsey Gerson wrote...
Adam Beard wrote...
Thank you so much for coming to speak to all of us! You are such a blessing and inspiration to every single person out in the world. I enjoyed listening to your story and am happy to see how spirited you are. Your children and grandchildren are great, so you did quite a great job raising all of them. Let's make a deal: you keep on keepin' on and I will NEVER give up just like you told us not to :)
Adam Beard
Benny Berezin wrote...
Jaime Karakowsky wrote...
Thank you for coming to Austin and sharing with us your amazing story. As other people have mentioned, you are a true inspiration and enthusiastic person with such light and spirit that spreads rapidly. In just a couple of hours, I learned a lot from you, and it is remarkable that you never lost your faith in Hashem, not even in your darkest moments. After all you did, I can only promise you, that I will never stop fighting for my beliefs and for the Jewish community; I will never give up.
Am Israel Chai!
Lindsey Kehlmann wrote...
I am so grateful that you came to speak to us today . Your story is humbling and inspiring, but your fire and spirit are even more so. I will not forget you or the advice you gave to all of us lucky enough to see you tonight. We will never give up, and we will never forget. Thank you for reminding us why.
Micole Pidgeon wrote...
I truly enjoyed hearing your story this evening. You are an inspiration to all. I admire your strength, perseverance, and love for life. You reminded me what it truly means to be alive and fight for everything I hope to achieve in my lifetime. Thank you for sharing your courageous story and instilling in us what it means to be Jewish.
Brittney Herson wrote...
Thank you so much for sharing your incredible story with all of us tonight. Your courage, perseverance and zest for life are inspiring and uplifting. We are so fortunate to have role models like you to remind us of the truly important things in life.
Carly S. wrote...
I saw this event and an so honored to call you my great aunt! Kol ha kavod for telling and inspiring others with yours and grandpa Benny's story. I love you, and It was amazing seeing you at the wedding this weekend!
Meital Boim wrote...
Thank you for sharing your inspiring story with us. You remind me a lot of my grandparents, two of whom are also survivors. They have only started opening up about their experiences in recent years, so it means a lot to find out more about the circumstances they lived through.
Your story is a great reminder that life is priceless. It's not only worth all of my experiences, but also the experiences of all the people who came before me. That is an encouraging and inspiring feeling.
juan rodriguez-behar wrote...
Thank you so much for sharing your history with the community at Austin. You are such a wonderful inspiration to people of all ages any where. You're a bright light that keeps shinning, which enlightens others. Never give up and always stay strong through the most difficult times, i wont forget this. I promise to never give up because life moves on; G-D is always here. Thank you again; blessings to you and you're family!
Lauren Barash wrote...
At first, I was really scared to hear you speak today. My grandpa was in concentration camps and is a holocaust survivor, and things like this always make me very emotional. However, your positivity and wonderful attitude just made me appreciate both his and your bravery for making it through such an unimaginable circumstance even more. Your optimism is inspirational and your story can bring a tear to anyone's eyes. I am so thankful for people like you and my grandfather who fought so hard and are the reason that many of my friends and myself are happy and healthy today.
Thank you again for your amazing words!!
Naomi Lindstrom wrote...
Shelby Robalin wrote...
This was the second time I was lucky enough to hear your story, although it was no less moving or inspirational than the first time. You bring light into any room you are in, and are a beautiful reminder to never forget, and never give up.
Thank you for fighting and for keeping the Jewish spirit aflame, for it lives in all those who's lives you have touched! Thank you for reminding us to truly live, and love life to the fullest--You are an inspiration to all, and I feel so honored to know you and your family.
Love, Shelby Robalin
Arielle Mimouni wrote...
Thank you for coming and telling us about your life. This was an emotional and inspiring moment that I will always remember. Your positive attitude is amazing and is an example for me to follow.
Bram Axelrod wrote...
It was a tremendous experience to hear your story and I will never forget your words, "You must fight to live."
Agnia wrote...